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April - 1 
Five agitating political parties led by Nepali Congress President Girija Prasad Koirala and the Communist Party of Nepal (UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal have organized a ‘protest rally’ against the Government and King Gyanendra in Kathmand
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Five agitating political parties led by Nepali Congress President Girija Prasad Koirala and the Communist Party of Nepal (UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal have organized a ‘protest rally’ against the Government and King Gyanendra in Kathmandu on April 1.
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April - 1 
Maoists have reportedly beheaded a person allegedly involved in robbery at Rampur Satpatre in the Udaypur district after ‘apprehending’ him.
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Maoists have reportedly beheaded a person allegedly involved in robbery at Rampur Satpatre in the Udaypur district after ‘apprehending’ him.
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April - 1 
Security forces killed an insurgent during an encounter in the Sunsari district on April 1.
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Security forces killed an insurgent during an encounter in the Sunsari district on April 1.
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April - 2 
According to Himalayan Times, the Joint Task Force meeting of the five agitating political parties has decided to call a strike in the Kathmandu Valley on April 3, today, to protest the police action against the rally towards the Palace taken out on
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According to Himalayan Times, the Joint Task Force meeting of the five agitating political parties has decided to call a strike in the Kathmandu Valley on April 3, today, to protest the police action against the rally towards the Palace taken out on April 2. At least 100 activists of the five-party alliance, including six leaders and an 11-year-old boy, were reportedly injured when a protest march towards the Palace turned violent after security personnel allegedly used force to prevent protestors from entering the restricted zones. Central leaders of Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist Leninist) Amrit Kumar Bohara, Iswor Pokharel and Jhalanath Khanal, Lilamani Pokharel and Dilaram Acharya of United People's Front, Ram Chandra Poudel and Dr Ramsharan Mahat of Nepali Congress were among those injured.
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April - 2 
Chief of the Maoist insurgents, Prachanda, issued a press statement extending his support to the ongoing agitation saying, "Monarchy has tended to take the nation back to the 18th century." He also welcomed the call issued by the agitating parties to
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Chief of the Maoist insurgents, Prachanda, issued a press statement extending his support to the ongoing agitation saying, "Monarchy has tended to take the nation back to the 18th century." He also welcomed the call issued by the agitating parties to initiate talks for peace.
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April - 2 
Insurgents have exploded a bomb damaging the Forest Office in Katari Bazar of Udaypur district on April 2.
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Insurgents have exploded a bomb damaging the Forest Office in Katari Bazar of Udaypur district on April 2.
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April - 2 
Insurgents have reportedly abducted at least 60 school teachers from three Village Development Committees (VDCs) including Sirsha, Katar and Bagarkot in the Dadeldhura district on April 2.
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Insurgents have reportedly abducted at least 60 school teachers from three Village Development Committees (VDCs) including Sirsha, Katar and Bagarkot in the Dadeldhura district on April 2.
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Media reports stated that one person was killed and two others were injured in a powerful bomb explosion triggered by Maoist insurgents in the Dhading district on April 2. Also, suspected insurgents have reportedly exploded two bombs at the premises
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Media reports stated that one person was killed and two others were injured in a powerful bomb explosion triggered by Maoist insurgents in the Dhading district on April 2. Also, suspected insurgents have reportedly exploded two bombs at the premises of the Election Commission at Kantipath in Kathmandu on April 3. No casualties were reported in the incident except small damages to the office building.
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At least seven Maoists were killed by security forces in separate incidents across the country, including three women insurgents at Bhadaure in the Dolakha district and four insurgents at Hasulima in the Kailali district, on April 4. On the same day,
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At least seven Maoists were killed by security forces in separate incidents across the country, including three women insurgents at Bhadaure in the Dolakha district and four insurgents at Hasulima in the Kailali district, on April 4. On the same day, insurgents killed a civilian at Amardaha Village Development Committee (VDC) area in the Morang district. Further five insurgents were killed including one each in Raniyapur, Sonpur and Udrapur VDCs of Banke district and in Sorahawa VDC of Bardiya district on April 3.
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April - 3 
On the same day, at least five Maoists were killed in an operation by the security forces (SFs) at Son Barsa area of Banke district.
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On the same day, at least five Maoists were killed in an operation by the security forces (SFs) at Son Barsa area of Banke district.
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April - 3 
The Maoists detonated a powerful bomb at the ancestral home of Home Minister Kamal Thapa in Hetauda Municipality of Makwanpur injuring two security force guards on April 3.
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The Maoists detonated a powerful bomb at the ancestral home of Home Minister Kamal Thapa in Hetauda Municipality of Makwanpur injuring two security force guards on April 3.
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April - 4 
Kathmandu Post reports quoting Indian Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officials stated that there was no possibility of an immediate extradition of Maoist leader Mohan Baidhya to Nepal and officials have alleged that Baidhya had developed nexus
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Kathmandu Post reports quoting Indian Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officials stated that there was no possibility of an immediate extradition of Maoist leader Mohan Baidhya to Nepal and officials have alleged that Baidhya had developed nexus with Indian terrorist outfits, Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Further, the report added that about 150 cadres of the KLO had entered east Nepal to help the Maoists.
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April - 4 
Nepal News reports quoting security force sources stated that at least nine police personnel were killed when Maoist insurgents attacked the Yadukuha Area Police Post in Dhanusha district on April 4. The report added that 35 police personnel were pre
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Nepal News reports quoting security force sources stated that at least nine police personnel were killed when Maoist insurgents attacked the Yadukuha Area Police Post in Dhanusha district on April 4. The report added that 35 police personnel were present at the post and the actual number of casualties on both the sides is still awaited.
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April - 4 
The insurgents have reportedly destroyed 18 tankers along the Indo-Nepal border in Kanchanpur district.
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The insurgents have reportedly destroyed 18 tankers along the Indo-Nepal border in Kanchanpur district.
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April - 4 
Three Indians were shot dead by suspected Maoists in the Rupandehi district.
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Three Indians were shot dead by suspected Maoists in the Rupandehi district.
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April - 5 
According to Nepal News, Maoist insurgents ambushed a truck carrying Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) personnel on the BP Highway at the Bhakunde Besi area in Kavre district killing at least three soldiers and injuring seven others on April 5. Meanwhile, on
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According to Nepal News, Maoist insurgents ambushed a truck carrying Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) personnel on the BP Highway at the Bhakunde Besi area in Kavre district killing at least three soldiers and injuring seven others on April 5. Meanwhile, one security force personnel was injured in a blast triggered by the Maoists at Langtang in the Nuwakot district on April 5.
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April - 5 
Maoists have released 31 persons, who were earlier abducted from Ayashok Bazaar of Panchthar district on April 5. Also insurgents reportedly released 6 civilians from their captivity who were abducted from Agnichowk VDC in Dhading district.
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Maoists have released 31 persons, who were earlier abducted from Ayashok Bazaar of Panchthar district on April 5. Also insurgents reportedly released 6 civilians from their captivity who were abducted from Agnichowk VDC in Dhading district.
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April - 5 
On April 5, insurgents have looted and detonated a powerful bomb at the house of former secretary for the Forest Ministry and regional administrator Sushil Bhattarai at Puluwa of Dumarbana VDC in Bara district.
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On April 5, insurgents have looted and detonated a powerful bomb at the house of former secretary for the Forest Ministry and regional administrator Sushil Bhattarai at Puluwa of Dumarbana VDC in Bara district.
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April - 6 
Himalayan Times reports that at least 30 US soldiers are conducting joint military training exercises with the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) in the country since April 6.
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Himalayan Times reports that at least 30 US soldiers are conducting joint military training exercises with the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) in the country since April 6.
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April - 6 
Maoists have released 37 persons abducted from Beni Bazaar and handed them over to the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) at Thawang in the Rolpa district on April 6.
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Maoists have released 37 persons abducted from Beni Bazaar and handed them over to the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) at Thawang in the Rolpa district on April 6.
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April - 6 
Maoists reportedly attacked a Royal Nepal Airlines Corporation aircraft at Chainpur airport in Bajhang district on April 6. However, the pilot of the aircraft managed to maneuver the plane to safety.
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Maoists reportedly attacked a Royal Nepal Airlines Corporation aircraft at Chainpur airport in Bajhang district on April 6. However, the pilot of the aircraft managed to maneuver the plane to safety.
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April - 6 
Nepal News reports that Maoist insurgents have triggered a bomb explosion at the Information Technology Park in Banepa municipality of Kavre district on April 6. However no casualties have been reported in the incident.
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Nepal News reports that Maoist insurgents have triggered a bomb explosion at the Information Technology Park in Banepa municipality of Kavre district on April 6. However no casualties have been reported in the incident.
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April - 6 
Other reports indicated that Maoists have threatened and forced at least 20 Indian businessmen based in Bardia district to leave the country. Further they have asked another 40 businessmen in Kusumba Bazar in the same district to leave the country.
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Other reports indicated that Maoists have threatened and forced at least 20 Indian businessmen based in Bardia district to leave the country. Further they have asked another 40 businessmen in Kusumba Bazar in the same district to leave the country.
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April - 6 
Other reports stated that the insurgents have abducted around 1,500 youths including minor girls to make them join in their cadreship from three VDC’s of Kanchanpur district including Tribhuvan Basti, Kalika and Parasan on April 6.
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Other reports stated that the insurgents have abducted around 1,500 youths including minor girls to make them join in their cadreship from three VDC’s of Kanchanpur district including Tribhuvan Basti, Kalika and Parasan on April 6.
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April - 6 
The Indian External Affairs Ministry in a statement on April 5 condemned the Maoist act of burning 18 oil tankers in Dhangadi and said ‘this is a blatant act of terrorism and its perpetrators must be apprehended and punished for their crimes’.
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The Indian External Affairs Ministry in a statement on April 5 condemned the Maoist act of burning 18 oil tankers in Dhangadi and said ‘this is a blatant act of terrorism and its perpetrators must be apprehended and punished for their crimes’.
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April - 6 
The insurgents have blasted six bombs across the country including one at the district traffic office in Saptari, at police offices in Rupani, Bhediya of Hardiya Village Development Committee (VDC), and at Ilaka, Mahuli and Shyambunath during the pas
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The insurgents have blasted six bombs across the country including one at the district traffic office in Saptari, at police offices in Rupani, Bhediya of Hardiya Village Development Committee (VDC), and at Ilaka, Mahuli and Shyambunath during the past three days.
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April - 6 
The insurgents have reportedly released most of the people they abducted from three different VDC’s in the same district on April 6.
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The insurgents have reportedly released most of the people they abducted from three different VDC’s in the same district on April 6.
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April - 6 
The Maoist' call for a three-day general strike across the country from April 6 to 8 has reportedly affected normal public life.
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The Maoist' call for a three-day general strike across the country from April 6 to 8 has reportedly affected normal public life.
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April - 7 
According to media reports, 13 security force (SF) personnel were injured in separate landmine blasts triggered by Maoist insurgents in different parts of the country on April 7. In separate incidents nine police personnel were injured at Jyamire are
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According to media reports, 13 security force (SF) personnel were injured in separate landmine blasts triggered by Maoist insurgents in different parts of the country on April 7. In separate incidents nine police personnel were injured at Jyamire area and two in Parasi Bazaar in the Nawalparasi district. Two SF personnel were also injured in Rithepani area of Manpang Village Development Committee (VDC) in Tanahun district in a landmine explosion.
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April - 7 
At least seven Maoist insurgents, including two 'area commanders' and two women cadres, were killed in a retaliatory attack by the civilians of Parasan VDC in Kanchanpur district on April 7. The villagers have seized one SLR, pipe bombs and some sock
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At least seven Maoist insurgents, including two 'area commanders' and two women cadres, were killed in a retaliatory attack by the civilians of Parasan VDC in Kanchanpur district on April 7. The villagers have seized one SLR, pipe bombs and some socket bombs from the slain Maoists and handed them over to the troops.
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April - 7 
Security personnel have reportedly diffused a bomb planted by suspected Maoists at Gaushala in Kathmandu on April 7.
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Security personnel have reportedly diffused a bomb planted by suspected Maoists at Gaushala in Kathmandu on April 7.
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April - 7 
Suspected Maoists have detonated two bombs in the Kathmandu city including one at a police post at Dhobichour and another one in Bangemuda area on April 7.
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Suspected Maoists have detonated two bombs in the Kathmandu city including one at a police post at Dhobichour and another one in Bangemuda area on April 7.
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April - 7 April - 8
The Kathmandu Post has reported that heavily-armed Maoist insurgents killed two police personnel and abducted 41 others during an attack on a police post in Pashupatinagar on April 7. The district administration office said that the insurgents have a
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The Kathmandu Post has reported that heavily-armed Maoist insurgents killed two police personnel and abducted 41 others during an attack on a police post in Pashupatinagar on April 7. The district administration office said that the insurgents have also looted Rupees 433,000 from the post during the attack. Further, insurgents have reportedly attacked an ambulance of the Red Cross Society in the Jayapur Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Kapilavastu district on April 8. However, no casualties were reported in the incident.
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April - 7 
The US State Department warned US citizens on April 7 to defer ‘non-essential travel to Nepal' and it quoted two reports received by the US Embassy about the detention of American trekkers by the Maoists.
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The US State Department warned US citizens on April 7 to defer ‘non-essential travel to Nepal' and it quoted two reports received by the US Embassy about the detention of American trekkers by the Maoists.
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April - 8 
Media reports said that three Maoist insurgents were killed in a security forces’ operation in the Kharelthok Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Kavreplanchowk district on April 8. On the same day, five security force personnel were injured
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Media reports said that three Maoist insurgents were killed in a security forces’ operation in the Kharelthok Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Kavreplanchowk district on April 8. On the same day, five security force personnel were injured in an ambush by the Maoists at Harinagar in the Kailali district.
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April - 8 
Suspected Maoists also detonated a bomb in a taxi at Gatthaghar in the Bhaktapur district on April 8. They also exploded bombs at Bidur municipality in the Nuwakot district and at a bridge on the Sirsaiya river in Parsa district. However no casualtie
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Suspected Maoists also detonated a bomb in a taxi at Gatthaghar in the Bhaktapur district on April 8. They also exploded bombs at Bidur municipality in the Nuwakot district and at a bridge on the Sirsaiya river in Parsa district. However no casualties were reported in these explosions.
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April - 8 
The District Administration Offices of Kathmandu, Lalitpur and Kirtipur districts have declared those areas as riot areas and ordered a ban on protests, processions and other group activities. The Home Ministry in a separate statement on April 8 said
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The District Administration Offices of Kathmandu, Lalitpur and Kirtipur districts have declared those areas as riot areas and ordered a ban on protests, processions and other group activities. The Home Ministry in a separate statement on April 8 said that they had received credible information on the insurgents’ plan to turn the five party protests' violent.
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April - 9 
The Informal Sector Service Centre (INSEC) in its Human Rights Year Book 2004 has reportedly stated that on an average, twelve persons have been killed every day in insurgency-related incidents since the collapse of cease-fire in August 2003. The Yea
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The Informal Sector Service Centre (INSEC) in its Human Rights Year Book 2004 has reportedly stated that on an average, twelve persons have been killed every day in insurgency-related incidents since the collapse of cease-fire in August 2003. The Year Book also mentions that the Maoists killed 646 people while 1217 people were killed by the security force personnel during year 2003. It also states that over 5674 people have been killed so far from the State’s side whereas the Maoists have killed 2876 people.
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April - 9 
The insurgents have torched and exploded bombs on two buildings of the Agricultural Developmental Bank and damaged Rs.20 million worth properties at Kohalpur in Nepalgunj.
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The insurgents have torched and exploded bombs on two buildings of the Agricultural Developmental Bank and damaged Rs.20 million worth properties at Kohalpur in Nepalgunj.
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April - 9 
Two children were killed when a bomb, reportedly left by the insurgents at Tejhena VDC area in Banke district, exploded on April 9.
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Two children were killed when a bomb, reportedly left by the insurgents at Tejhena VDC area in Banke district, exploded on April 9.
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April - 10 
According to media reports, a Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) personnel was killed in a landmine explosion, planted by the Maoist insurgents at Majhapal area in the Dolpa district on April 10. Meanwhile, two Maoists were killed in separate incidents by sec
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According to media reports, a Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) personnel was killed in a landmine explosion, planted by the Maoist insurgents at Majhapal area in the Dolpa district on April 10. Meanwhile, two Maoists were killed in separate incidents by security forces including one at Thanapati Village Development Committee (VDC) in Nuwakot district and another one at Laukat VDC in Sarlahi district.
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April - 10 
On April 10, the government introduced the Terrorist and Destructive Act (Control and Punishment) through an ordinance after getting approval from the King and the Council of Ministers.
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On April 10, the government introduced the Terrorist and Destructive Act (Control and Punishment) through an ordinance after getting approval from the King and the Council of Ministers.
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April - 10 
The Indian Deputy Prime Minister, L.K. Advani has expressed concern over the growing Maoist activities in Nepal and its possible spread in India. During a meeting in Jharkhand state in India he said that "due to instability in Nepal, the Maoist eleme
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The Indian Deputy Prime Minister, L.K. Advani has expressed concern over the growing Maoist activities in Nepal and its possible spread in India. During a meeting in Jharkhand state in India he said that "due to instability in Nepal, the Maoist element has been attempting to spread their network from Bihar to Andhra Pradesh (in India)."
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April - 10 
The insurgents have reportedly detonated bombs at the Agriculture Development Bank in Tikapur of Kailali district and at the forest office in Nijgadh of Bara district.
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The insurgents have reportedly detonated bombs at the Agriculture Development Bank in Tikapur of Kailali district and at the forest office in Nijgadh of Bara district.
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April - 11 
According to Nepal News, a group of Maoists have abducted more than 300 civilians from Bagarkot Village Development Committee (VDC) area in Dhadeldhura district to make them participate in a ‘people’s mobilization’ campaign being organised in the ins
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According to Nepal News, a group of Maoists have abducted more than 300 civilians from Bagarkot Village Development Committee (VDC) area in Dhadeldhura district to make them participate in a ‘people’s mobilization’ campaign being organised in the insurgent strongholds.
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April - 11 
According to Nepal News, three civilians were killed and a child was injured when a bomb, allegedly left by Maoist insurgents, exploded in the Paachkatia Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Jajarkot on April 11.
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According to Nepal News, three civilians were killed and a child was injured when a bomb, allegedly left by Maoist insurgents, exploded in the Paachkatia Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Jajarkot on April 11.
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April - 11 
Human Rights organizations have reportedly urged the Maoists to release 41 police personnel abducted after the insurgents attacked a police post at Pashupatinagar in Ilam district on April 7. Further, two Maoists, including an 'assistant company comm
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Human Rights organizations have reportedly urged the Maoists to release 41 police personnel abducted after the insurgents attacked a police post at Pashupatinagar in Ilam district on April 7. Further, two Maoists, including an 'assistant company commander', deserted their outfit and surrendered before the local security officials on April 11.
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April - 11 
On April 11, Home Minister and Government Spokesperson Kamal Thapa charged the agitating political parties of trying to turn the agitation 'more violent'. Meanwhile, on the 10th consecutive day of the agitation against the King and the Government by
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On April 11, Home Minister and Government Spokesperson Kamal Thapa charged the agitating political parties of trying to turn the agitation 'more violent'. Meanwhile, on the 10th consecutive day of the agitation against the King and the Government by the five agitating political parties, over a hundred protestors and leaders were arrested by the security force from different places in Kathmandu.
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April - 11 
Rajdhani quoted the Maoists 'Politburo member' Deb Gurung at Samung Bagwati village in Tanahu district as stating that "the Indian Government was neither neutral nor credible… since India is backing the Nepali autocracy, our party is not ready to co
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Rajdhani quoted the Maoists 'Politburo member' Deb Gurung at Samung Bagwati village in Tanahu district as stating that "the Indian Government was neither neutral nor credible… since India is backing the Nepali autocracy, our party is not ready to co operate with India in resolving the crisis in Nepal."
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April - 11 
Suspected Maoists have reportedly set ablaze an Indian truck carrying cement at Jyotinagar in the Rupandehi district on April 11. Earlier, the insurgents had torched 18 Indian oil tankers in the Dhangadhi district on April 3.
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Suspected Maoists have reportedly set ablaze an Indian truck carrying cement at Jyotinagar in the Rupandehi district on April 11. Earlier, the insurgents had torched 18 Indian oil tankers in the Dhangadhi district on April 3.
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April - 12 
According to Rajdhani Daily, at least 40 Maoist insurgents and seven civilians were killed during the security forces’ (SFs) air raid in the Binayak region of Accham district on April 12. Reportedly, the civilians and Maoists had gathered to attend a
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According to Rajdhani Daily, at least 40 Maoist insurgents and seven civilians were killed during the security forces’ (SFs) air raid in the Binayak region of Accham district on April 12. Reportedly, the civilians and Maoists had gathered to attend a programme organised by the insurgents when troops launched the aerial bombing.
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April - 12 
On April 12, Indian and Nepali Administrative officials reportedly decided to increase the joint patrolling to control infiltration of Maoist insurgents after a meeting at Raxaul. The Maoist incursions have reportedly increased after the recent arres
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On April 12, Indian and Nepali Administrative officials reportedly decided to increase the joint patrolling to control infiltration of Maoist insurgents after a meeting at Raxaul. The Maoist incursions have reportedly increased after the recent arrest of a senior insurgent leader Mohan Baidhya from Darjeeling in the Indian State of West Bengal.
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April - 12 
Reports on April 12 quoting The Rising Nepal said that the Maoist insurgents have threatened to attack Phungling Bazaar, headquarters of Taplejung district, in eastern Nepal within a week’s time. During a public meeting at Mahadevthan near Phungling
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Reports on April 12 quoting The Rising Nepal said that the Maoist insurgents have threatened to attack Phungling Bazaar, headquarters of Taplejung district, in eastern Nepal within a week’s time. During a public meeting at Mahadevthan near Phungling Bazaar, the Maoists have issued such threats and also ordered the locals to call back their families and relatives serving in the army and police force that are based in Phungling town.
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April - 12 
Reports quoting The Telegraph said that Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) has forged a ‘working relationship’ with the Kamtapur Liberation Organization (KLO), an Indian terrorist outfit, to help each other. The Maoist leader Mohan Vaidya alias Kiran
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Reports quoting The Telegraph said that Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) has forged a ‘working relationship’ with the Kamtapur Liberation Organization (KLO), an Indian terrorist outfit, to help each other. The Maoist leader Mohan Vaidya alias Kiran who was recently arrested by the Indian security forces in Darjeeling in West Bengal reportedly revealed their linkages with the Indian terrorist groups, including the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and KLO, after the Bhutanese Army’s operations against these organizations during December 2003.
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April - 12 
Troops have rescued one police personnel from Prangun VDC in the Paanchthar district on April 12. Whereabouts of the other 40 police personnel abducted from Pashupahinagar police post in Ilam district on April 7 are still unknown.
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Troops have rescued one police personnel from Prangun VDC in the Paanchthar district on April 12. Whereabouts of the other 40 police personnel abducted from Pashupahinagar police post in Ilam district on April 7 are still unknown.
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April - 13 
In an aerial attack launched by the security forces (SFs) against suspected Maoists, four civilians were killed and 15 others were wounded in the Banayak area of Accham district on April 13.
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In an aerial attack launched by the security forces (SFs) against suspected Maoists, four civilians were killed and 15 others were wounded in the Banayak area of Accham district on April 13.
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April - 13 April - 14
The Himalayan Times has reported that a group of armed Maoist insurgents attacked the Phidim District Police Office in Panchthar district on April 14. Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) sources indicated that unified command forces repulsed the attack and no
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The Himalayan Times has reported that a group of armed Maoist insurgents attacked the Phidim District Police Office in Panchthar district on April 14. Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) sources indicated that unified command forces repulsed the attack and no casualties were reported. Meanwhile, the insurgents have reportedly abducted 60 teachers from their homes in the Singnam Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Taplejung district on April 13. In a statement released from the Maoist’s Taplejung ‘People’s Government’, the insurgents said that they would soon release the 42 police personnel abducted during their attack on Pashupatinagar police post in Ilam district on April 7.
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April - 13 April - 15
Three more insurgents were killed during an accidental bomb blast in the Lingkim Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Taplejung district on April 13. Further, two Maoists, including a ‘People’s Government’ chief, were killed during a SF operat
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Three more insurgents were killed during an accidental bomb blast in the Lingkim Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Taplejung district on April 13. Further, two Maoists, including a ‘People’s Government’ chief, were killed during a SF operation at Bageshwori VDC in Nuwakot district on April 15. Separately, two civilians were killed in the districts of Hetauda and Dhading.
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April - 14 
Three unidentified dead bodies were recovered from different places in the Kapilbastu district on April 14. Official sources said that the Maoists might have killed them after abduction.
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Three unidentified dead bodies were recovered from different places in the Kapilbastu district on April 14. Official sources said that the Maoists might have killed them after abduction.
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April - 15 
A public notice released from the Home Ministry said the Government has extended the deadline to the Maoists to surrender to July 16 in consideration of the growing number of insurgents eschewing violence. Further, it said that "890 insurgents have s
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A public notice released from the Home Ministry said the Government has extended the deadline to the Maoists to surrender to July 16 in consideration of the growing number of insurgents eschewing violence. Further, it said that "890 insurgents have surrendered to local administrations across the country till 15."
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April - 15 
Suspected Maoists detonated a bomb at the Kathmandu Metropolitan City office in Bouddha on April 15. However, no casualties were reported in the above incident.
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Suspected Maoists detonated a bomb at the Kathmandu Metropolitan City office in Bouddha on April 15. However, no casualties were reported in the above incident.
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April - 16 
According to Nepal News, at least two Maoist insurgents were killed during security forces’ operations in the Dhanusha district on April 16. While Rudal Mansoor, member of the ‘district committee’ of the Maoists, was shot dead at Prasadi, another ins
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According to Nepal News, at least two Maoist insurgents were killed during security forces’ operations in the Dhanusha district on April 16. While Rudal Mansoor, member of the ‘district committee’ of the Maoists, was shot dead at Prasadi, another insurgent was killed in the Bhatihan area.
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April - 16 
An 85-year old civilian was killed and three others sustained injuries when Maoists exploded a bomb inside his residence at Dhading.
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An 85-year old civilian was killed and three others sustained injuries when Maoists exploded a bomb inside his residence at Dhading.
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April - 16 April - 17
Three Maoist insurgents, including a women cadre, were killed during separate incidents in the Sunsari and Panchthar districts. While an insurgent was killed in the Patnali area of Sunsari district on April 17, two more were killed at Memeng village
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Three Maoist insurgents, including a women cadre, were killed during separate incidents in the Sunsari and Panchthar districts. While an insurgent was killed in the Patnali area of Sunsari district on April 17, two more were killed at Memeng village in the Panchthar district on April 16.
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April - 17 
A pro-Maoist website Krishansenonline stated that in a secret gathering of Coordination Committee of Maoist Parties of South Asia (COMPOSA), held on March 16-18, 2004, the Maoist groups have decided to intensify their ‘People’s War’ in all South Asia
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A pro-Maoist website Krishansenonline stated that in a secret gathering of Coordination Committee of Maoist Parties of South Asia (COMPOSA), held on March 16-18, 2004, the Maoist groups have decided to intensify their ‘People’s War’ in all South Asian countries, including Nepal. Reportedly, seven left-wing-extremist parties attended the conference, including Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist), Purbo Bangla Sarbahara Party (PBSB-CC), Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist)(People’s War), Communist Party of India (ML)(Nakshalbari), Revolutionary Communist Centre of India (MLM), Bangladesh Samyabadi Party (ML). Also, Bhutan’s newly formed left wing extremist party – Bhutanese Communist Party–MLM and Purba Bangla Sarbahara Party (Maoist Punarghathan Kendra) from Bangladesh attended the conference as observers.
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April - 17 
Maoist insurgents reportedly abducted an elderly woman after exploding bombs at her residence in the Thanapati Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Nuwakot district on April 17. The insurgents have alleged that she was spying on them.
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Maoist insurgents reportedly abducted an elderly woman after exploding bombs at her residence in the Thanapati Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Nuwakot district on April 17. The insurgents have alleged that she was spying on them.
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April - 17 
Police have arrested 200 journalists and 300 political party activists who marched in rallies protesting against the King and the Government on April 17. The Kathmandu Post quoting a report released by the Federation of Nepalese Journalists said that
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Police have arrested 200 journalists and 300 political party activists who marched in rallies protesting against the King and the Government on April 17. The Kathmandu Post quoting a report released by the Federation of Nepalese Journalists said that the Government and Maoists have killed 12 and abducted 10 journalists since November 2001. It also added that both the warring parties have physically and psychologically tortured hundreds of journalists since a state of emergency was declared in Nepal in November 2001.
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April - 18 
Nepal Samacharpatra on April 18, quoting the Washington Post, said the US Government has decided to allocate $14 million to the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) in military hardware assistance during 2004-05.
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Nepal Samacharpatra on April 18, quoting the Washington Post, said the US Government has decided to allocate $14 million to the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) in military hardware assistance during 2004-05.
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April - 18 
Security force (SF) sources claimed that they have regained control of Binayak Bazaar in Accham district from Maoists. Separately, two Maoists, including a women cadre, surrendered to the SFs in Chitwan district.
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Security force (SF) sources claimed that they have regained control of Binayak Bazaar in Accham district from Maoists. Separately, two Maoists, including a women cadre, surrendered to the SFs in Chitwan district.
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April - 18 
The Himalayan Times added that the United States has sent arms, ammunition and other military equipment, including M16 A2 sophisticated rifles numbering around 500, to Nepal on April 18. Royal Nepalese Army spokesperson Rajendra Bahadur Thapa said th
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The Himalayan Times added that the United States has sent arms, ammunition and other military equipment, including M16 A2 sophisticated rifles numbering around 500, to Nepal on April 18. Royal Nepalese Army spokesperson Rajendra Bahadur Thapa said that the newly delivered consignment was part of a regular military assistance from US.
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April - 19 
Radio Nepal has reported that the Maoists abducted at least 30 youths from Ilam and Sankhuasabha in eastern Nepal and took them to Jhapa district to recruit them in their ‘People’s Army’.
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Radio Nepal has reported that the Maoists abducted at least 30 youths from Ilam and Sankhuasabha in eastern Nepal and took them to Jhapa district to recruit them in their ‘People’s Army’.
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April - 19 
Security forces (SFs) reportedly killed two Maoist insurgents during an operation at Marseli in the Dhading district on April 19 and also recovered a few socket bombs, documents and cash from the incident site. Further, two insurgents were killed dur
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Security forces (SFs) reportedly killed two Maoist insurgents during an operation at Marseli in the Dhading district on April 19 and also recovered a few socket bombs, documents and cash from the incident site. Further, two insurgents were killed during an accidental pressure cooker bomb blast in the Sidin Village Development Committee (VDC) area of Panchthar district on April 19. In the same district, Maoists are alleged to have buried an insurgent alive after the latter was seriously wounded in a bomb blast on April 17. Also, the insurgents have reportedly killed two civilians during separate attacks in the Rautahat district.
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April - 19 
The outgoing US Ambassador to Nepal, Michael E. Malinowski, said in an interview that "though United States still deals tough towards the Maoist insurgents, it prefers negotiated settlement to end the insurgency."
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The outgoing US Ambassador to Nepal, Michael E. Malinowski, said in an interview that "though United States still deals tough towards the Maoist insurgents, it prefers negotiated settlement to end the insurgency."
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April - 20 
During a meeting between Indian and Nepali security officials at Farbisganj in the State of Bihar in Eastern India on April 20, the delegates decided to launch joint patrols and step up vigil in the border areas. They have also reportedly agreed to s
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During a meeting between Indian and Nepali security officials at Farbisganj in the State of Bihar in Eastern India on April 20, the delegates decided to launch joint patrols and step up vigil in the border areas. They have also reportedly agreed to share information on Maoist activities in their respective territories.
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April - 20 
Maoist insurgents have reportedly killed two civilians during separate attacks, including one in the Laxmipur Dostiya area of Rautahat district and another at Kalaiya Municipality in the Bara district, on April 20. Further, six civilians were injured
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Maoist insurgents have reportedly killed two civilians during separate attacks, including one in the Laxmipur Dostiya area of Rautahat district and another at Kalaiya Municipality in the Bara district, on April 20. Further, six civilians were injured during separate bomb blasts at Kalaiya in the Bara district and Manpur in Kapilavastu district.
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April - 20 April - 21
Media reports said that security forces (SFs) have shot dead a chief of the Maoist insurgent’s ‘Village People’s Government’ at Dhangada in the Sarlahi district on April 21. Another Maoist was reportedly killed at Khewang in the Taplejung district on
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Media reports said that security forces (SFs) have shot dead a chief of the Maoist insurgent’s ‘Village People’s Government’ at Dhangada in the Sarlahi district on April 21. Another Maoist was reportedly killed at Khewang in the Taplejung district on April 20.
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April - 20 April - 21
Media reports said that security forces (SFs) have shot dead a chief of the Maoist insurgent’s ‘Village People’s Government’ at Dhangada in the Sarlahi district on April 21. Another Maoist was reportedly killed at Khewang in the Taplejung district on
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Media reports said that security forces (SFs) have shot dead a chief of the Maoist insurgent’s ‘Village People’s Government’ at Dhangada in the Sarlahi district on April 21. Another Maoist was reportedly killed at Khewang in the Taplejung district on April 20. Further, the Maoists shot dead a police personnel at Rambachha
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April - 20 
The Maoists while reportedly ordering that all business enterprises be registered in the insurgents’ ‘Village Public-joint Council’ also imposed restrictions on carrying out business activity without their ‘prior permission’ in the Rukum and Salyan d
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The Maoists while reportedly ordering that all business enterprises be registered in the insurgents’ ‘Village Public-joint Council’ also imposed restrictions on carrying out business activity without their ‘prior permission’ in the Rukum and Salyan districts.
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April - 21 
Delayed reports quoting SF sources said that at least eight Maoists and three police personnel were killed during a clash in the Pachok VDC area of Lamjung district on April 21.
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Delayed reports quoting SF sources said that at least eight Maoists and three police personnel were killed during a clash in the Pachok VDC area of Lamjung district on April 21.
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April - 21 April - 22
Maoist insurgents reportedly killed a civilian in Dhangadi and a security force (SF) personnel in Butwal on April 21. On the same day, SFs killed two Maoists in Nuwakot and also recovered an unspecified number of socket bombs from the incident site.
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Maoist insurgents reportedly killed a civilian in Dhangadi and a security force (SF) personnel in Butwal on April 21. On the same day, SFs killed two Maoists in Nuwakot and also recovered an unspecified number of socket bombs from the incident site. Another insurgent was killed in the Bajura district on April 22.
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April - 21 
Official sources said that a Maoist ‘village committee’ chief, Tirtha Baral, was arrested from Ratnapur in the Syangja district on April 21.
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Official sources said that a Maoist ‘village committee’ chief, Tirtha Baral, was arrested from Ratnapur in the Syangja district on April 21.
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April - 21 
On April 21 said that after massive search operations by the troops in Panchthar district, the Maoists were forced to set free the abducted civilians from Subang and Jharpa Village Development Committee (VDC) areas. They were abducted from the distri
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On April 21 said that after massive search operations by the troops in Panchthar district, the Maoists were forced to set free the abducted civilians from Subang and Jharpa Village Development Committee (VDC) areas. They were abducted from the district on April 19.
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April - 21 
On April 21, reports said that the Maoists have abducted around 200 civilians, including 19 teachers and 120 students, from Subang and Jharpa Village Development Committee (VDC) areas in the Panchthar district. Meanwhile, The Himalayan Times has indi
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On April 21, reports said that the Maoists have abducted around 200 civilians, including 19 teachers and 120 students, from Subang and Jharpa Village Development Committee (VDC) areas in the Panchthar district. Meanwhile, The Himalayan Times has indicated that the insurgents released 40 civilians, earlier abducted from the Nayabazaar area, on April 19.
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April - 21 
The Maoists shot dead a police personnel at Rambachha Bazaar in the Syangja district on April 21. On the same day, the insurgents also killed a civilian in Panchthar district.
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The Maoists shot dead a police personnel at Rambachha Bazaar in the Syangja district on April 21. On the same day, the insurgents also killed a civilian in Panchthar district.
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April - 21 
The Maoists, who have been waging a ‘People’s War’ for the last eight years, have called upon the political parties to join hands to set up a "democratic republic" in Nepal. It is now a "historical need" to launch a joint agitation of Maoists and par
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The Maoists, who have been waging a ‘People’s War’ for the last eight years, have called upon the political parties to join hands to set up a "democratic republic" in Nepal. It is now a "historical need" to launch a joint agitation of Maoists and parliamentary parties with a common agenda to establish a "democratic republic," the Maoists said in a statement posted on its website on April 21. Maoist chairman Prachanda and senior insurgent Baburam Bhattarai, according to Himalayan Times, have signed the statement which added that Nepal is on the verge of a transitional stage and the chances of a "democratic republic" are increasing due to the Maoists’ "People’s War" and parliamentary parties’ anti-King protests.
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April - 22 
A delayed report said that the insurgents have looted medicine containers in the Khotang district on April 22.
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A delayed report said that the insurgents have looted medicine containers in the Khotang district on April 22.
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April - 22 
Maoist insurgents are reported to have shot dead a Sub-Inspector of the National Investigation Department at Bhairahawa on April 22.
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Maoist insurgents are reported to have shot dead a Sub-Inspector of the National Investigation Department at Bhairahawa on April 22.
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April - 22 
The insurgents abducted more than 1,300 civilians to force them attend the celebration of ‘Lenin Day’ on April 22 from the eastern region. They have also reportedly abducted 40 civilians from Gaikhet in the Dadeldhura district.
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The insurgents abducted more than 1,300 civilians to force them attend the celebration of ‘Lenin Day’ on April 22 from the eastern region. They have also reportedly abducted 40 civilians from Gaikhet in the Dadeldhura district.
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April - 22 
The insurgents on April 22 reportedly released the 1300 civilians they had abducted a day earlier from the eastern districts of Ilam, Panchthar and Taplejung to attend the ‘Lenin Day’ programmes. Annapurna Post quoting a released captive said the Mao
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The insurgents on April 22 reportedly released the 1300 civilians they had abducted a day earlier from the eastern districts of Ilam, Panchthar and Taplejung to attend the ‘Lenin Day’ programmes. Annapurna Post quoting a released captive said the Maoists freed them at an area bordering Ilam and Panchthar as the assembly could not be held. According to Nepal News, air and land surveillance by the security forces in the three districts foiled the Maoists’ programme. However, the Maoists abducted at least 40 women from Gaukhet in the Dadeldhura district on April 22. The Magarat Liberation Front, a Maoist front organization, abducted the women to make them participate in a week-long party programme.
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April - 23 
The United States Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia Affairs, Christina B Rocca, has reportedly stated that an all-party Government is "urgently" needed to restore democracy in Nepal. Separately, a statement issued from the State Department
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The United States Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia Affairs, Christina B Rocca, has reportedly stated that an all-party Government is "urgently" needed to restore democracy in Nepal. Separately, a statement issued from the State Department said that the "US strongly supports restoration of a multi-party democracy in Nepal through the electoral process."
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April - 24 
A few border points in some southern districts have reportedly been sealed off owing to security concerns for the general elections taking place in some Indian States. The Nepal-India borders in Mahottari, Dhanusha, Siraha and Rautahat districts have
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A few border points in some southern districts have reportedly been sealed off owing to security concerns for the general elections taking place in some Indian States. The Nepal-India borders in Mahottari, Dhanusha, Siraha and Rautahat districts have been completely sealed and security has been tightened in consideration of the second phase of Indian general elections on April 26. At a meeting held in the Indian State of Bihar a few days ago, Nepalese and Indian security officials had agreed to seal the borders. Both sides had also agreed to exchange information regarding the Maoist activities in their respective sides.
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April - 24 
According to Nepal News, a ‘central committee’ member of the Maoists, Bamdev Chettri, said on April 24 that they are willing to release the 42 police personnel abducted from Pashupatinagar in Ilam district on March 7 through United Nations (UN) media
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According to Nepal News, a ‘central committee’ member of the Maoists, Bamdev Chettri, said on April 24 that they are willing to release the 42 police personnel abducted from Pashupatinagar in Ilam district on March 7 through United Nations (UN) mediation. "Talks between high-level Maoist leaders and the UN representatives are ongoing regarding the release of the Ilam captives… We will free them as soon as the UN accepts our offer," Chettri was quoted as saying in Gulmi district.
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April - 24 
Maoist insurgents reportedly shot at and injured a civilian in the Nawalparasi district on April 24.
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Maoist insurgents reportedly shot at and injured a civilian in the Nawalparasi district on April 24.
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April - 25 
Nepal Radio reports said that four Maoist insurgents and a security force (SF) personnel were killed in separate incidents on April 25. While the troops killed three Maoists at Jyakmebhir in the Dailekh district, another insurgent was killed at Bakau
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Nepal Radio reports said that four Maoist insurgents and a security force (SF) personnel were killed in separate incidents on April 25. While the troops killed three Maoists at Jyakmebhir in the Dailekh district, another insurgent was killed at Bakauni in the Bajura district. Meanwhile, the insurgents killed one Army personnel at Hatihauwa in the Panchthar district. On the same day, a Communist Party of Nepal (UML) activist and former Village Development Committee (VDC) Chairman was killed in the Bishrampur area of Rautahat district.
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April - 25 
The Maoists are reported to have abducted at least 100 persons from the Melauli, Maharudra, Bishalpur and Salera areas of Baitadi district on April 25.
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The Maoists are reported to have abducted at least 100 persons from the Melauli, Maharudra, Bishalpur and Salera areas of Baitadi district on April 25.
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April - 26 
In Nepal, suspected Maoists shot at and injured Punaram Pokharel, Mayor of Butwal Municipality, on April 26. Pokhrel is also a district leader of the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP).
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In Nepal, suspected Maoists shot at and injured Punaram Pokharel, Mayor of Butwal Municipality, on April 26. Pokhrel is also a district leader of the Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP).
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April - 26 
Maoist insurgents reportedly detonated a powerful bomb at the Government office at Nadipur in Pokhara district on April 26. However, no casualties were reported from the incident site. They also exploded bombs at a house in the Dadbairiya VDC area of
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Maoist insurgents reportedly detonated a powerful bomb at the Government office at Nadipur in Pokhara district on April 26. However, no casualties were reported from the incident site. They also exploded bombs at a house in the Dadbairiya VDC area of Morang district without causing any damage.
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April - 27 
According to Nepal News, three Maoist insurgents were killed during a bomb explosion on April 27 at Dhangadi in the western part of the country. Separately, another Maoist was injured in a bomb explosion at a building housing the Lutheran World Feder
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According to Nepal News, three Maoist insurgents were killed during a bomb explosion on April 27 at Dhangadi in the western part of the country. Separately, another Maoist was injured in a bomb explosion at a building housing the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) and Creation of Creative Society (CCS), two non-governmental agencies operating in the western region. A local Maoist leader, Mausam, has claimed responsibility for the attack. The Annapurna Post quoting Mausam said, "LWF was funded by America and CCS was operating without permission from the Maoist people's government."
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April - 27 
Brigadier General Rajendra Bahadur Thapa, the newly appointed spokesperson of the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA), said on April 27 that the Army is for the "end of war" with the Maoist insurgents. "We don’t want truce [with Maoists]… But [we] want permane
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Brigadier General Rajendra Bahadur Thapa, the newly appointed spokesperson of the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA), said on April 27 that the Army is for the "end of war" with the Maoist insurgents. "We don’t want truce [with Maoists]… But [we] want permanent peace," Thapa said during his first ever press-meet. Deputy Spokesperson of the RNA, Col. Deepak Gurung, stated that 1973 Maoists were killed since the collapse of cease-fire in August 2003. On the Government side, he said 176 security force personnel were killed during the same period.
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April - 27 
Maoist insurgents are reported to have abducted over 500 civilians, mostly students, from the western districts of Baitadi, Doti and Darchula on April 27. According to Nepal News, over 150 civilians were abducted from the lower Swarad area in of Bait
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Maoist insurgents are reported to have abducted over 500 civilians, mostly students, from the western districts of Baitadi, Doti and Darchula on April 27. According to Nepal News, over 150 civilians were abducted from the lower Swarad area in of Baitadi district, while more than 200 students were abducted from the Marma, Khandeswori and Duhu areas of Darchula district. Reports added that they may have been taken to participate in a Maoist cultural programme. Meanwhile, the insurgents also abducted over 200 students, including some little children, from different areas in the Doti district.
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April - 27 
The Himalayan Times has reported that troops killed Jaya Kishor Jha alias Prabhakar, the Maoists' ‘district committee member’, during a clash on April 27 at Sanokhora. Another Maoist insurgent, however, managed to escape from the incident site.
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The Himalayan Times has reported that troops killed Jaya Kishor Jha alias Prabhakar, the Maoists' ‘district committee member’, during a clash on April 27 at Sanokhora. Another Maoist insurgent, however, managed to escape from the incident site.
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April - 27 
The insurgents have reportedly announced a blockade in the Accham district for an indefinite period from April 27 to protest the death of four villagers during an air-raid carried out by the security forces on April 12 in the Binayak region.
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The insurgents have reportedly announced a blockade in the Accham district for an indefinite period from April 27 to protest the death of four villagers during an air-raid carried out by the security forces on April 12 in the Binayak region.
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April - 28 
James Moriarty, US Ambassador-designate for Nepal, has said that he will work closely with international partners of America to assist Nepal in tackling the Maoist insurgency. "If confirmed, I promise ... to work in close coordination with our intern
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James Moriarty, US Ambassador-designate for Nepal, has said that he will work closely with international partners of America to assist Nepal in tackling the Maoist insurgency. "If confirmed, I promise ... to work in close coordination with our international partners to assist the government of Nepal in countering the Maoist threat," Moriarty said on April 28, according to an AFP report.
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April - 28 
security forces have halted operations in four eastern districts following a request by the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC). ICRC has, according to Himalayan Times, asked the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) to create a favourable environment fo
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security forces have halted operations in four eastern districts following a request by the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC). ICRC has, according to Himalayan Times, asked the Royal Nepalese Army (RNA) to create a favourable environment for safe release of the 41 police personnel abducted by Maoists from Ilam three weeks ago. "We have halted security operations in Terhathum, Shankhuwasabha, Taplejung and Panchthar for the time being," said a senior RNA official in Dhankuta.
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April - 28 
The Maoist-affiliated All Nepal National Independent Student Union, Revolutionary (ANNISU-R) issued a press release on April 28 demanding a 25 per cent reduction in fees charged by private schools. In the release, it threatened "Physical action will
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The Maoist-affiliated All Nepal National Independent Student Union, Revolutionary (ANNISU-R) issued a press release on April 28 demanding a 25 per cent reduction in fees charged by private schools. In the release, it threatened "Physical action will be taken if the demands are not met by mid-May." The release added that the outfit would also call for strikes in all educational institutions from May 15 if their demands are not addressed.
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April - 28 
The Maoists at Belauri in Kanchanpur district have reportedly threatened to execute 11 local leaders of various political parties accusing them of being involved in the deaths of seven insurgents.
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The Maoists at Belauri in Kanchanpur district have reportedly threatened to execute 11 local leaders of various political parties accusing them of being involved in the deaths of seven insurgents.
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April - 29 
According to Nepal News, five Maoist insurgents were killed on April 29 during a clash with security forces at Ratanpuri village in the Bara district. In a separate incident, Nabina Chaudhary, the Maoist ‘People’s government chief’ of Kopahawa in Rup
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According to Nepal News, five Maoist insurgents were killed on April 29 during a clash with security forces at Ratanpuri village in the Bara district. In a separate incident, Nabina Chaudhary, the Maoist ‘People’s government chief’ of Kopahawa in Rupandehi, was killed during a security forces’ operation.
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April - 29 
The Maoist insurgents on April 29 released 41 police personnel captured during an attack at Pashupatinagar in the Ilam district on April 9. The hostages were freed at Nundhaki in the Sankhuwasabha district amidst representatives of the International
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The Maoist insurgents on April 29 released 41 police personnel captured during an attack at Pashupatinagar in the Ilam district on April 9. The hostages were freed at Nundhaki in the Sankhuwasabha district amidst representatives of the International Committee of Red Cross, human rights activists and media personnel. A Maoist statement claimed that the abductees were treated in accordance with the Geneva Convention, reported The Himalayan Times. However, Brigadier General Ananta Bahadur Thebe said that they had not been able to contact the police personnel. "We cannot say anything before we establish contact with them," he added.
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April - 29 
The US State Department on April 29 added the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) to its Terrorist Exclusion List aiming to restrict the Maoist insurgents’ entry and movement in the USA. According to a statement, the Maoists were added to the list alon
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The US State Department on April 29 added the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) to its Terrorist Exclusion List aiming to restrict the Maoist insurgents’ entry and movement in the USA. According to a statement, the Maoists were added to the list along with nine other organizations that the US has labeled as "terrorists". The statement said this designation will "facilitate U.S. fulfillment of its United Nations obligation under U.N. Security Council Resolution 1373 to prevent the movement of terrorists or terrorist groups by effective border controls."
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April - 30 
According to Nepal News, 41 captive police personnel who were released by the Maoists on April 29 contacted the Government in Dhankuta on April 30. They have been handed over by the International Committee of the Red Cross to the District Administrat
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According to Nepal News, 41 captive police personnel who were released by the Maoists on April 29 contacted the Government in Dhankuta on April 30. They have been handed over by the International Committee of the Red Cross to the District Administration Office in Dhankuta, an adjoining district of Sankhuasabha, where they were released. They had been taken hostage after the Maoist attack at Pashupatinagar in the Ilam district on April 9.
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April - 30 
The insurgents have allegedly abducted at least 700 persons, mostly Dalits (the poorest and most oppressed in the Hindu caste system), from the Baitadi and Dadeldhura districts of western Nepal, according to reports on May 1. The Maoists drove the yo
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The insurgents have allegedly abducted at least 700 persons, mostly Dalits (the poorest and most oppressed in the Hindu caste system), from the Baitadi and Dadeldhura districts of western Nepal, according to reports on May 1. The Maoists drove the youths towards Kalikot district in the north to include them in the insurgents’ military training, reported the Space Time. The mass abduction follows an earlier call by the Maoists to hand over 50 youths per village to them, the report added.
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*Data till , April 19, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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